What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Instructor I position at University of Central Arkansas?
The University of Central Arkansas Clinical Instructor I is responsible for teaching, research and service. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. The position is non-tenure track and a nine-month appointment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide high-quality classroom instruction and clinical education to
undergraduate and graduate students within the Department of Communication Sciences and
Disorders. Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate foundational courses. Clinical
responsibilities will include supervising and mentoring graduate student clinicians in the
University Speech-Language-Hearing Center, while providing evidence-based assessment and
intervention services across a broad range of communication disorders. The successful candidate
will foster students’ clinical reasoning, professionalism, and development of competencies
required for entry into professional practice. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with
faculty to strengthen academic and clinical programming, supporting the growth and enhancement
of clinical services, participating in departmental, college, and university service activities, and
contributing to student recruitment, retention, and program initiatives. Candidates with experience
in interprofessional education and collaborative practice, clinical innovation, and community
engagement are preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
undergraduate and graduate students within the Department of Communication Sciences and
Disorders. Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate foundational courses. Clinical
responsibilities will include supervising and mentoring graduate student clinicians in the
University Speech-Language-Hearing Center, while providing evidence-based assessment and
intervention services across a broad range of communication disorders. The successful candidate
will foster students’ clinical reasoning, professionalism, and development of competencies
required for entry into professional practice. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with
faculty to strengthen academic and clinical programming, supporting the growth and enhancement
of clinical services, participating in departmental, college, and university service activities, and
contributing to student recruitment, retention, and program initiatives. Candidates with experience
in interprofessional education and collaborative practice, clinical innovation, and community
engagement are preferred.
This position requires knowledge and skills to serve a wide variety of disorders in addition to working closely with graduate students and faculty in the clinical process. Interprofessional collaborative practices experience preferred.
Skills Considered Essential for Success
- Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
- Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
- Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
- Ability to make sound judgments.
- Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
- Civility in all interactions.
- Demonstrate effective follow-up.
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings (pediatrics, school, rehab), experience with telehealth, andexperience supervising master’s level clinical students.
License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred)
Required: ASHA Certification – current CCC-SLP
Current ABESPA licensure or eligibility for ABESPA licensure.
University, Campus, and Community Description
Current ABESPA licensure or eligibility for ABESPA licensure.
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.
Desired start date 09/01/2026 Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.
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Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off